General: The distinctive feature of the breed is their uniquely curled ears, set on the corners of the head. These ears are quite firm to the touch, erect and open, curving back in a smooth arc towards the center of the back of the skull. The Curl is a well balanced, medium sized cat weighting 5 to 10 pounds. Maturity is reached between two and three years of age. Allowance to be made for larger size in males.

Condition: Proportionate in all physical aspects. AMENABLE TO HANDLING.

NFA: Deep nose break; extreme curl of ears in adults where the tip of the ear touches the back of the ear or head; lack of firm cartilage in ear from the base of the ear to at least 1/3 of it's height. Any tail faults, including lack of flexibility.